Topeka, KS · 90 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
One of Topeka's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $7,270–$9,240/mo
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Tanglewood Nursing & Rehabilitation
5015 Sw 28TH Street, Topeka, KS 66614 · Shawnee County
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 84% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Tanglewood Nursing & Rehabilitation is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Topeka, KS, with 54 certified beds and an average of about 45 residents per day. It operates as part of the Hmg Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.14 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.32 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 81.6%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 25 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $227,440 in the recent record. This facility is in the CMS Special Focus Facility program, which targets homes with a history of serious quality problems.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.14 hrs/resident/day)
- •High staff turnover (81.6%)
- •25 deficiencies at last survey
- •$227,440 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Topeka options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 54
- Avg. residents/day
- 45
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Hmg Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 175463
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $7,270–$9,240/mo (median $8,030) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Topeka prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.14
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.32
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 81.6%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (Special Focus Facility). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 25
- Federal fines
- 2 ($227,440)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2024-10-17
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (45 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2024-10-17Severity K — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
2024-10-17Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2024-10-17Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
2024-10-17Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
2024-10-17Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2024-10-17Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
2024-10-17Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2024-10-17Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-10-17 | Fine | $86,141 |
| 2024-10-17 | Payment denial | — |
| 2024-06-17 | Fine | $141,299 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Wellness programs
Location
5015 Sw 28TH Street, Topeka, KS
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Tanglewood Nursing & Rehabilitation
How much does Tanglewood Nursing & Rehabilitation cost?
Tanglewood Nursing & Rehabilitation does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Topeka, KS area typically runs $7,270–$9,240 per month (median $8,030, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Tanglewood Nursing & Rehabilitation's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Tanglewood Nursing & Rehabilitation 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Tanglewood Nursing & Rehabilitation?
Staff provide about 3.14 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 81.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Tanglewood Nursing & Rehabilitation?
Tanglewood Nursing & Rehabilitation has 45 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-10-17). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Tanglewood Nursing & Rehabilitation have availability?
Typically 84% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Tanglewood Nursing & Rehabilitation offer?
Tanglewood Nursing & Rehabilitation in Topeka, KS offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 54 beds.
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